ISC2 Healthcare Certificates

HC

ISC2 Healthcare Certificates

ISC2 Healthcare Certificates (HC)

Overview

The ISC2 Healthcare Certificates (HC) are designed to equip cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to protect sensitive patient information and navigate the complexities of healthcare regulations. These certificates provide a pathway to enhance your expertise in securing healthcare environments.

The certification validates an individual’s ability to:

  • Understand the unique challenges of healthcare information security.
  • Implement effective privacy and security measures in healthcare settings.
  • Conduct risk management and assessments specific to healthcare organizations.

Course Details

The HC bundle includes three key certificates:

  1. Healthcare Essentials: Information Security in Healthcare Settings: This foundational course covers essential concepts related to healthcare security, including data management and privacy challenges.

  2. Privacy and Security for Healthcare Organizations: Focused on security and privacy principles, this course explores sensitive data handling and the interaction between security and privacy in healthcare environments.

  3. Risk Management and Risk Assessment in a Healthcare Setting: This course builds knowledge in enterprise risk management, control assessments, and mitigation strategies tailored for healthcare settings.

Topics Covered:

  • Fundamentals of healthcare information security.
  • Security principles specific to healthcare organizations.
  • Risk management processes and unique applications in healthcare.

Exam Structure

To earn each HC certificate, candidates must score 70% or higher on the final assessment. Learners can choose to complete the full course or go directly to the assessment if they already possess the necessary knowledge.

Key Exam Requirements:

  • Passing score of 70% or higher on the final assessment.
  • Option to complete learning modules or take assessment only.

Who Should Take HC?

The HC certificates are ideal for:

  • Cybersecurity managers looking to specialize in healthcare security.
  • Risk management specialists aiming to address risks in healthcare settings.
  • Security operations specialists focused on protecting patient data.

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